On the latest episode of Steady Droppin Dimes, Sam Webb, Tyrone Wheatley, and Daniel Horton are joined by Bryce Underwood's longtime quarterback coach, Donovan Dooley. The Quarterback University founder sheds light on his star pupil's decision to remain at Michigan, his early impressions of new Michigan headman Kyle Whittingham, the next steps in Underwood's development, and more. Before diving into the Underwood conversation, the show begins with a discussion of Michigan basketball being tested in recent Big Ten matchups and the areas the team needs to improve to maintain its standing, as some believe is the best team in the country. Get 50% off an annual subscription to TheMichiganInsider.com during our Transfer Portal Special, but act fast. This is the best deal of the year, but only for a limited time! - https://247sports.com/college/michigan/UserSubscription/New/?Subscription=2661 If you have ground transportation needs, ride like the Michigan Football team does, then ride with Golden Limo. Whether riding in southeast Michigan, anywhere the country, or even abroad, with their fleet of Luxury SUV's, sprinters, and charter buses, Golden can get you there! Book your reservation today at www.goldenlimo.com, or call their team at 734-668-8282. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discussed the challenges of roster retention following a coaching change, emphasizing the importance of retaining key players such as Bryce Underwood, Andrew Marsh, and Blake Frazier. Despite losing Cole Sullivan to Oklahoma, the team has retained most of the top names. The conversation highlighted the financial pressures of overpaying players to retain them. The retention efforts involving Enow Etta, Trey Pierce, Jyaire Hill, and Shamari Earls are covered in detail. Turning to future prospects, the team also discussed potential recruits and portal targets, including Bodie Sparrow, JJ Buchanan, and Quincy Porter, and noted the strategic importance of balancing production and potential in recruiting decisions. Porter's talent and star potential were highlighted, while Buchanan's familiarity with the offensive system and chance to make an immediate impact were emphasized. Finally, the conversation also covered receiver Dakota Guerrant's decision-making process and the importance of securing top in-state talent. Get 50% off an annual subscription to TheMichiganInsider.com during our Transfer Portal Special, but act fast. This deal is available only for a limited time. - https://247sports.com/college/michigan/UserSubscription/New/?Subscription=2661 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zuniga break down Kyle Whittingham's introductory press conference as Michigan's 22nd head football coach, and react to his hiring at large. They open with a reflection on Whittingham's introductory press conference. They discuss his comments, demeanor and outlook on the job. They look at his takes on roster retention, Bryce Underwood, the team's identity and other takeaways from his meeting with the media. They also look at Whittingham's fit with the Wolverines, why the hire made a lot of sense, question marks in Whittingham's resume and observations from the team so far in Orlando. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the Michigan head-coaching search so far, including the key storylines, candidates and factors to watch just under two weeks in. They open with a look at the search so far, and what it says about the Wolverines. They discuss Michigan going all-in on Kalen DeBoer before Alabama's College Football Playoff win, why it made sense, and the Wolverines' top candidates after DeBoer's playoff run with the Crimson Tide got extended. They discuss Jeff Brohm, Adam Stenavich, Kyle Whittingham and others, as well as the level of appeal of the Michigan job, and why timing isn't on their side. In the second half of the episode, they break down less heralded candidates, including Biff Poggi, Glenn Schumann, Jay Harbaugh, Tony Annese and others. They also look at the timeline of the hire, what the next week might look like, the roster retention side of things and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of Steady Droppin Dimes, Tyrone Wheatley shares his view of the football program from the perspective of a former player and coach. He then gives his in-depth analysis of each candidate. Get 75% off an annual subscription to TheMichiganInsider.com during our National Signing Day Special, but act fast. This is the best deal of the year, but only for a limited time! - https://247sports.com/college/michigan/UserSubscription/New/?Subscription=2661 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich discussed the unexpected firing of Sherrone Moore, its impact on recruiting, and how the coaches Michigan is targeting to replace him would affect recruiting moving forward. The team emphasized the importance of hiring a new coach quickly, ideally by next week, to stabilize the class. Potential candidates discussed include Alabama's Kalen DeBoer and his dynamic general manager, Courtney Morgan; Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham; Louisville's Jeff Brohm and his impact general manager, Vince Marrow; Washington's Jedd Fisch; Vanderbilt's Clark Lea; and Missouri's Eli Drinkwitz. Get 75% off an annual subscription to TheMichiganInsider.com during our Coaching Search Special, but act fast. This deal is available only for a limited time. - https://247sports.com/college/michigan/UserSubscription/New/?Subscription=2661 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of Steady Droppin Dimes, Sam Webb, Daniel Horton, and special fill-in host Vance Bedford discuss the aftermath of Michigan's firing of Sherrone Moore and the program's next steps. For the athletic director, football coach, and football program. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zuniga break down the Michigan athletic department abruptly firing head coach Sherrone Moore over an improper relationship with. astaff member, what's next for the department and offer an early preview of the Wolverines' head-coaching search. In the first half of the episode, they recap a wild day that saw Moore get abruptly fired, and ultimately end the night in jail over allegations of assault. They discuss what accelerated the development after rumors swirled last week, what yet another scandal means for Warde Manuel and Michigan's athletic department and some key next steps. In the second half of the episode, they discuss the Wolverines' search for their next head football coach. They look at one primary candidate, three other key names to know and other wild-card options, as well as what Michigan should be looking for in its next head coach. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb and Steve discuss the most significant needs for Michigan in the 2027 cycle and highlight some of the top targets that have already emerged. Then they are joined by 2026 Cartersville (Ga.) wide receiver Brady Marchese to recap his decision to flip his commitment from Georgia to Michigan on signing day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of Steady Droppin Dimes, the crew discusses the impact of NIL on National Signing Day. They also tackle the question of which of the new college football hires has the best odds of success, and which will crash and burn. Lastly, they revisit the question of which is the best team in college basketball. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode, Tim McCormick and Sam Webb weigh in on Michigan's historic run in the 2025 Players Era Festival and discus whether it marks the team's arrival as an unstoppable force. Tim remains skeptical about UM truly being as dominant as it looked in Vegas, but was impressed by the team's practices since returning home and competitive spirit. They highlight the team's defensive prowess, particularly with three bigs on the floor, and the potential of players like Yaxel Lendeborg and Aday Mara. Concerns include handling success and turnovers, but the chemistry and camaraderie among players is identified as one of the hidden strengths. Tim also promotes his Go Blue Hoops podcast. Focus then turns to the start of Big Ten conference play versus Rutgers, and the next big test, versus Villanova. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich recap Michigan's 2026 recruiting class. They discuss the delay in Savion Hiter's signing. The crew explains how contract revisions caused chaos on signing day and slowed the overall process of getting the class signed. Steve praises the offensive line class of Marky Walbridge, Malakai Lee, and Bear McWhorter. The entire crew discusses the talent and possible early impact of the class's top overall recruit, five-star edge Carter Meadows. Sam explains the staff's successful effort to protect wideout Travis Johnson's commitment. He highlights the complementary role that Brady Marchese will play in the receiver and special teams rooms. The episode concludes with a look ahead to portal priorities, potential coaching moves, next year's lineup projections, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode, Al Borges and Sam Webb discussed Michigan's offensive performance in its 27-9 loss to Ohio State. They highlighted the team's reliance on the run game early, which led to initial success with runs of 36, 21, and 22 yards. However, the offense struggled to maintain balance, with only one first-down pass in the first half. Borges noted the need for more quarterback-dependent plays and better third-down execution. He graded the offensive line, tight ends, running backs, quarterback, and wide receivers, assigning grades ranging from D to C+. He emphasized the importance of developing the quarterback and offensive line for future success. He also discussed a potential spring practice plan for Bryce Underwood, emphasizing the importance of fundamental drills and game-relevant scenarios. The conversation concluded with light-hearted banter about Borges' potential return to the coaching staff. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode, Vance Bedford and Sam Webb discussed Michigan's defensive performance in its 27-9 loss to Ohio State. Bedford criticizes the defense for failing to stop vertical routes, poor alignment, and ineffective blitzing. He also criticizes the offense for putting excessive pressure on the defense, highlighting the importance of scoring touchdowns instead of field goals, noting that field goals gave Ohio State a chance to come back. Bedford then shifts focus back to the defense, emphasizing the need for better fundamentals, communication, and technique in the secondary and linebacker positions moving forward. He suggests that the defense needs to improve its pass rush, in both talent and technique, to compete at a championship level. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zuniga break down the Michigan football team's 27-9 loss to No. 1 Ohio State.  They open with a look at Michigan's offense, which mustered just 163 total yards and three field goals in the game. They look at the Wolverines' passing game, why they didn't throw the ball more and what needs to change for Michigan to trust is passing game to win marquee matchups. They also look at the Wolverines' ground game, struggles on the offensive line and some concerning trends about Michigan's offense in ranked matchups under Sherrone Moore. In the second half of the episode, they look at Michigan's defense, which also underperformed. They discuss why the Wolverines' pass-rush was the biggest failure on either side of the ball in the game, and what to make of struggles in stopping the run. They close with a look at the state of the rivalry, the hollowness of Michigan's 9-3 season, what needs to change to correct course against the Buckeyes and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zuniga preview the No. 15 Michigan football team's home bout with No. 1 Ohio State, and the keys for the Wolverines in the contest.  They open with a look at Michigan offense, and what it must show against the Buckeyes to pull off the upset. They discuss the Wolverines' run game, components of that phase that must stand out against Ohio State, the value of a mobile quarterback and a strong second half, the strengths of Ohio State's run defense and more. They also look at Michigan's ascending passing offense, and what it can realistically do against a high-ranking Buckeyes pass defense. They also tackle some prop bets and discuss other factors for the Wolverines. In the second half of the episode, they look at the biggest keys for Michigan's defense in the game, and the biggest challenges the Buckeyes' offense presents. They discuss Ohio State's prolific passing attack, Julian Sayin's first season as a starter, the value of a pass-rush and the concern of the Wolverines' coverage in College Park. They then take on more over-unders, and make their final score predictions for the game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of Steady Droppin Dimes, Sam Webb, Tyrone Wheatley, and Daniel Horton are joined by former Auburn national championship-winning coach Gene Chizik and former Michigan/Auburn offensive coordinator Al Borges. They discuss what it will take for Michigan to win "The Game." Chizik and Borges both know Michigan offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey well and will offer insight into possible strategies. Another topic will be Chizik's thoughts on Bryce Underwood and how he compares to his former star signal caller, Cam Newton. The conversation then shifts to basketball. After two nationally televised thrashings of San Diego State and Auburn by Michigan's men's team, a nail-biting loss by the Michigan women's team to No. 1 Connecticut, and a record-setting win streak by the 15-2 Detroit Pistons, we ponder: Does the best basketball team in all three sports hail from the state of Michigan? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode, Al Borges and Sam Webb discussed Michigan's offensive performance in its 45-20 victory over Maryland, highlighting Bryce Underwood's best performance of the year. And previewing Michigan's annual battle with arch-rival, Ohio State. Will the Wolverines notch their fifth consecutive victory in "The Game." Borges dissects Matt Patricia's defense and gives his thoughts on UM's likely attack plan. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode, Vance Bedford and Sam Webb discussed Michigan's offensive performance in its 45-20 victory over Maryland, pointing out the defensive lapses in the secondary that must be tightened up ahead the season finale. Speaking of which, Vance and Sam preview Michigan's annual battle with arch-rival, Ohio State. Will the Wolverines notch their fifth consecutive victory in "The Game?" Vance dissects Ryan Day's offense and gives his thoughts on UM's likely attack plan. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz reunite to break down the Michigan men's basketball team's dominant performance in the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas. They look at the sheer dominance of the Wolverines, as they knocked off San Diego State, No. 21 Auburn and No. 12 Gonzaga by a combined 110 points. They try to add context to Michigan's level of play, and assess the legitimacy to the Wolverines' claim as the nation's best team. Along the way, they also look at how Michigan got to be as good as it has looked, players that have particularly impressed along the way, notable stats, strengths and potential weaknesses, and where the Wolverines go from here.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices